Ebisu Yokocho恵比寿横丁

Eat, drink and be merry under the red lanterns

A bright rainbow of neon signs and glowing akachochin lanterns will welcome you into this covered alleyway, stuffed with dozens of lively pubs and eateries. Offering everything from cool wine bars to homey fried chicken joints and specialities such as mushroom-based dishes to grilled meats, Ebisu Yokocho is a great place to start your night and make new friends. While a few restaurants are open during the day, it is best to visit in the evening when things start to get hopping.

Make sure to swing by the nearby park, where you can see a somewhat unusual octopus-inspired slide.